Sanpo Yoshi: A Japanese Principle for Sustainable Business Success
Introduction In the bustling markets of Edo-period Japan, a unique group of merchants known as the Omi Shonin emerged, leaving a lasting impact on Japanese commerce. These merchants, hailing from the Omi Province (modern-day Shiga Prefecture), were not only skilled in trade but also pioneers of an ethical business philosophy known as Sanpo Yoshi. This…